Motorists across Kenya will have to dig deeper into their pockets for super petrol, while those relying on diesel and kerosene will get some relief, following the latest fuel price review by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA).
In its monthly fuel price announcement released on Saturday, June 14, 2025, EPRA confirmed an increase in the cost of super petrol by Ksh2.69 per litre. At the same time, diesel prices have dropped by Ksh1.95 per litre, and kerosene prices have decreased by Ksh2.06 per litre.
New Fuel Prices in Major Kenyan Cities
The revised fuel prices in Kenya, which will take effect from Saturday, June 15, 2025, to Monday, July 14, 2025, are as follows:
- Nairobi
- Super petrol: Ksh177.32 per litre
- Diesel: Ksh162.91 per litre
- Kerosene: Ksh146.93 per litre
- Mombasa
- Super petrol: Ksh174.01 per litre
- Diesel: Ksh159.62 per litre
- Kerosene: Ksh143.64 per litre
- Kisumu
- Super petrol: Ksh177.28 per litre
- Diesel: Ksh163.23 per litre
- Kerosene: Ksh147.30 per litre
- Nakuru
- Super petrol: Ksh176.47 per litre
- Diesel: Ksh162.41 per litre
- Kerosene: Ksh146.47 per litre
- Eldoret
- Super petrol: Ksh177.28 per litre
- Diesel: Ksh163.24 per litre
- Kerosene: Ksh147.30 per litre
These adjustments are part of EPRA’s regulatory mandate under the Petroleum Act 2019 and Legal Notice No.192 of 2022, ensuring that fuel prices reflect global market movements and protect consumers from arbitrary pricing.
Why the Price Changes?
EPRA explained that the latest fuel prices in Kenya are based on the global cost of importing petroleum products, as the country imports all its processed fuel. According to the authority:
- The average landed cost of super petrol increased by 0.35%, moving from US$588.16 (Ksh76,166) per cubic metre in April 2025 to US$590.24 (Ksh76,436) in May 2025.
- The landed cost of diesel decreased by 2.42%, from US$594.60 (Ksh77,000) to US$580.23 (Ksh75,139) per cubic metre.
- Kerosene costs dropped by 5.14%, from US$599.84 (Ksh77,679) to US$569.00 (Ksh73,685) per cubic metre.
The price rise in petrol reflects this slight uptick in global petrol costs, while the diesel and kerosene reductions are a result of the lower international prices for these fuels.
Taxes and Levies Affecting Fuel Prices in Kenya
EPRA highlighted that the fuel prices are inclusive of 16% Value Added Tax (VAT) in line with the Finance Act 2023 and the Tax Laws (Amendment) Act 2024. The excise duty rates have also been adjusted for inflation as required under Legal Notice No. 194 of 2020.
These taxes and levies are significant contributors to the final fuel price that consumers pay at the pump.
Mixed Reactions from Kenyan Motorists
The new fuel prices have elicited mixed reactions from Kenyans. Owners of petrol-driven vehicles will be disappointed by the increase in petrol costs, especially at a time when the cost of living remains high. Conversely, users of diesel-powered vehicles and kerosene, often relied upon by small-scale businesses and low-income households, will welcome the price reductions.
For commercial transport operators, particularly those who use diesel for trucks and public service vehicles (PSVs), the price drop offers slight relief that could help stabilize transport costs in the short term.
What’s Next for Fuel Prices in Kenya?
All eyes will now be on the global oil market as Kenyans brace for next month’s fuel price review. Fluctuations in crude oil prices, currency exchange rates, and international shipping costs will play a major role in determining whether prices will rise or fall in July.
In recent months, fuel prices in Kenya have become a key indicator of economic pressure on households and businesses. The government and EPRA continue to urge consumers to understand that fuel prices are largely influenced by global oil price trends and Kenya’s reliance on imports.
Final Word
The latest EPRA fuel review underscores the complex factors behind fuel pricing in Kenya, from global market dynamics to domestic tax policies. While petrol prices have gone up slightly, the decrease in diesel and kerosene prices offers some balance — but for how long? Kenyans will continue to monitor these changes closely, given the far-reaching impact of fuel costs on transportation, manufacturing, and the cost of essential goods and services.